We returned to Missouri just in time for a ice storm that shut down life as we know it here. Classes were canceled for a week. Electricity went out for 24 hours and then continued to flicker, keeping us in suspense. The week ended up being a blessing in disguise. It was so nice to have a whole week to get caught up on all those things I never have time for and having an excuse to go absolutely nowhere! The ice crusted trees were beautiful when the sun came out.